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7 months ago
Justice, News

Placentia RCMP stop suspended driver, impaired operation and uttering threats charges laid

Police conducted a traffic stop early Friday morning on Route 100 in Dunville. The 51-year-old suspended driver was arrested, found in possession of contraband tobacco and now faces a number of charges including impaired operation, uttering threats and drug possession. At approximately 1:30 p.m., on Jan. 23, Placentia-Whitbourne District RCMP responded to a report of […]

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7 months ago
Justice, Local News, News

Rocky Harbour RCMP investigating residential fire, requesting public’s assistance

Police are investigating a fire at a vacant residence that occurred late at night on Jan. 17 on Payne’s Path in Rocky Harbour. Police are asking the public to come forward with any information about this incident. At approximately 10:45 p.m. on Jan. 17, police, along with Rocky Harbour Fire Department, responded to a report […]

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7 months ago
Local News, News

Potential for Closure of Andrew Sheppard Memorial Bridge in Glovertown due to ice build up

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is advising the public that there is potential for the closure of the Andrew Sheppard Memorial Bridge in the Town of Glovertown (Route 310) as a result of ice build up. The situation is being monitored closely by departmental staff who will remain onsite. If closure of the bridge […]

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7 months ago
Business, News

Weather causes major commercial backlogs for Marine Atlantic

According to Marine Atlantic approximately 400 commercial units are held-up in North Sydney and 300 in Port aux Basques, because of weather delays. In a statement sent to NTV News, Marine Atlantic says “weather has impacted our schedule over past several days resulting in major commercial backlogs in North Sydney and Port aux Basques.” The […]

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7 months ago
Justice, News

Deer Lake RCMP arrest man for firearms offences

Following a report of a man pointing a firearm in Deer Lake on Jan. 24, a 74-year-old man was arrested by Deer Lake RCMP. With assistance from the RCMP West District General Investigation Section (GIS) a search warrant was executed at the man’s residence, and a pellet gun was seized. At approximately 9:41 a.m. on […]

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7 months ago
Arts & Entertainment, News

Grease is the word at O’Donel High School

Get ready to Hand-Jive! The students at O’Donel High School are busy preparing for opening night of Grease the Musical at the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John’s. This video was taken at a recent weekend rehearsal, a regular now for the cast as they prepare for opening night. It’ll be a feel-good blast […]

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7 months ago
Business, News

N.L. Hydro lifts Power Watch advisory, returns to normal operations

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro says its systems have improved further and has lifted its Power Watch advisory. “We are entering normal operations and no customer action or alerts are required at this time,” the utility said in a statement Monday morning. “As we always do, we will continue to monitor the status of our assets […]

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7 months ago
News

Province asking residents to weigh in on highway improvement projects

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is asking residents of Newfoundland and Labrador to weigh in on highway improvement projects to be considered for the 2026-27 road construction season, as well as future years. Residents are encouraged to provide highway information such as region, route name or number, the nearest municipality or landmark, and the […]

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7 months ago
Health, News

Temporary disruption of laboratory at Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of laboratory services at the Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre in Botwood until: Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 8:30 a.m. Emergency blood collection services will also be unavailable today. If emergency blood collection services are required, patients will be transported to another health-care facility. If […]

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7 months ago
News

SJRFD’s first female firefighter, Captain Gina Burke, is retiring

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department has announced the retirement of Captain Gina Burke, a trailblazer who made history as the department’s first female firefighter. Captain Burke began her groundbreaking career in 1992 when she was hired at the newly-opened Mount Pearl station, marking a significant milestone for the department and the region. Her dedication […]

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